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ROBERT BARCLAY ALLARDICE


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WR-NW, 03-2022

Robert Barclay Allardice (1779-1854), generally known as Captain Barclay, was a notable Scottish walker of the early 19th century.
He was a member of an ancient Scottish family (Clan Barclay), and the great-grandson of Robert Barclay, 2nd of Ury (1648–1690). Captain Barclay's father was Robert Barclay, 5th of Ury (1732–1797). The family which founded Barclays Bank were descended from this 2nd of Ury.
In summer 1809 in Newmarket, England, Robert Barclay Allardice walked 1.000 miles in 1.000 hours.
Robert Barclay Allardice is considered the father of the 19th century sport of pedestrianism, a precursor to Race Walking and Speed Walking.
Robert Barclay Allardice of Ury died in 1854, as a consequence of injuries from the kick of a horse.

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